Dartmoor (Gas and Explosives)

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Ministry of Defence – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 10 June 1964.

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Photo of Mr James Ramsden Mr James Ramsden , Harrogate 12:00, 10 June 1964

Apart from the containers, which were the subject of the hon. Gentleman's first Question, all the misiles recently reported were expended—burnt-out shells or parts of shells—and completely harmless. We keep a constant check on the possible presence of dangerous missiles on Dartmoor. I am afraid that it is essential for us to continue to retain Dartmoor as a training area. It is close to where the Strategic Reserve and the Royal Marines are concentrated. If the army is to be properly trained it is necessary for it to exercise on Dartmoor.

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